Damage Control Americana (High Impact) Review

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DAMAGE CONTROL Americana ( High Impact):

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Manufacturer Product Info:

DC custom mouthguards are for serious athletes that want better protection, better fit and better breathability. Also, our custom mouth guards are the most durable as they will last many years if taken care of properly. This mouth guard looks, fits and feels great and protects all the important areas of the mouth. This mouth guard (High Impact) is 3MM thick, and is the best fitting boil and bite mouthguard in the market.

Recommended Sports: All Sports

Available Sizes: Adult

Country of Origin: USA

Review:

The DAMAGE CONTROL (High Impact) mouthguard is made out of a material called PolyShok, which DC Mouthguards re-named Damprotech. The material is a propriety blend of plastic designed specifically to create better mouthguards. PolyShok has been tested by American Standards in Testing and Measurements (ASTM) to be over 150% more shock absorbent than the leading traditional mouthguard, EVA (Ethyl Vinyl Acetate) material. The material has been used in custom mouthguards for years and may have been introduced into the boil-n-bite market by DC Mouthguards.

The DC (High Impact) mouthguard didn't fit as good as I thought it would based on the company claims, "the best fitting boil-n-bite mouthguard on the market". The fit by no means was terrible but doesn't match their claim. The mouthguard doesn't fit as tight as the DC Grip Guard Mouthguard. Of course, it goes without saying, the graphic design on this mouthguard and all of DC Mouthguards is the best on the market.

The fitting process was very uncomfortable due to the burning sensation to your gums. This mouthguard and their Extreme Impact mouthguard burn more than any mouthguard I have reviewed. If you can get through the fitting process, you will end ups with a pretty good, highly protective mouthguard. Because of the superior material (PolyShok), this mouth is definitely worth it. This mouthguard comes in some pretty cool packaging but didn't come with a case.

Pros + :

• Made with Damprotech (PolyShok) for better protection

• Graphics are very cool

• Fit is above average

• Comfortable

Cons - :

• On the expensive side

• Doesn't come with a carrying case

• Very uncomfortable fitting process

Amazon Customer Reviews: 4.4 out of 5 stars (498 reviews)

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Amazon Rank in Sports Mouthguards: #39

THE MOUTHGUARD REVIEW RANK: #14

The Mouthguard Review rating systems below rates mouthguards from 1.0 star (being the worst) to 5.0 stars (being the best) I only recommend mouthguards that are ranked 4.0 and above.

HOW I (The Author) TEST MOUTHGUARDS & WHY I CAN BE TRUSTED

My name is Ken Mitchell. I Have been fabricating custom mouthguards for more than 15 years and have been a dental technician for over 20 years. I also, have owned my own dental laboratory for over 20 years.

Besides having work experience with mouthguards, I know first hand the importance of mouthguards in the sports world. I have played several sports throughout my life at the hight school level, including basketball, football, baseball and beach volleyball. I am also a father to two sons and a daughter who have played Soccer, Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Lacrosse and Baseball ever since they were in the first grade. From time to time I have used my children to test mouthguards to get a first-hand, real-world experience with custom mouthguards and store bought mouthguards.

I search for every mouthguard on the market. Then, I purchase (with my own funds) every mouthguard I review through places like Amazon, eBay or directly from the manufacturer, just like you would, then evaluate every mouthguard based on my expert opinion. I also comb the internet to find other reviews on durability to develop a better understanding of specific mouthguards pros and cons over an extended period of time.

Every mouthguard I review, is fitted and examined by me. The only time a mouthguard is fitted by another person besides me, would be my son, who plays college football. I use him mainly to fit and use mouthguards for weight training and football.

When I review a mouthguard it must pass certain criteria to rank in my top 10.

• FIT- I believe this is the most important factor in evaluating a mouthguard, because without a tight fit, all of the other criteria can be thrown out the window. When wearing a mouthguard you shouldn't have to clench your teeth to stop the mouthguard from falling out. It should fit as tight as possible.

• Comfort- Comfort goes hand in hand with the fit, if the the mouthguard is comfortable you wont get distracted by focusing on your mouthguard, instead you will be focused on the game and perform at your highest level.

• Protection/Tooth Coverage- With advancement in materials, mouthguards that are thick, aren't necessarily more protective than thinner mouthguards. Brands like SISU and Game On, provide thinner mouthguards that are 40-100% stronger than EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) that is used by most mouthguard manufacturers. A proper fitting mouthguard should cover at least your first molars to provide adequate protection. A mouthguard shouldn't extend past your second molar because it could trigger the gag reflex. Also, your mouthguard should cover your gums or the roots of your teeth.

• Sport- Almost every mouthguard on the market is made for use in multiple sports but there are a few mouthguards that are designed for weight training or exercising. I will break down which sport each mouthguard is better for.

• Design- I examine the color variations available and the overall design of the mouthguard, the bells and whistles if you will.

• Fitting process- Most boil-n-bite mouthguards are fitted with the same process, although some fitting processes are more uncomfortable than others.

Remember to always take into consideration that every mouthguard may not suit your specific requirements. Each person is different and everyone's mouth is unique to that person. The Mouthguard Review can only evaluate the initial fit of a mouthguard and only "real world" use can show long term durability and other design flaws.

*The Mouthguard Review has no connection to any mouthguard manufacturer and has no financial incentive to rate any brand over another. All of the reviews are written and performed by one person and are 100% unbiased.

THE MATERIALS AND INFORMATION IN THIS ARTICLE HAVE BEEN PREPARED OR ASSEMBLED BY THE MOUTHGUARD REVIEW AND ARE INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM A LICENSED HEALTH-CAR PROFESSIONAL. YOU SHOULD NOT RELY SOLELY ON THIS CONTENT, AND THE MOUTHGUARD REVIEW ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR INACCURACIES. ALWAYS READ LABELS AND DIRECTIONS BEFORE USING A PRODUCT. SOME OF THE INFORMATION MAY BE DATED AND MAY NOT REFLECT THE MOST CURRENT EVENTS. I WROTE THIS ARTICLE MYSELF AND IT EXPRESSES MY OWN OPINIONS.